Health Care Reform 2015 Compliance

The Affordable Care Act introduced numerous reforms in 2014, with additional provisions such as the shared responsibility penalty and related requirements set to take effect in 2015. The impact of these changes on your business hinges on the size of the employer group your company belongs to.

2014 Toys for Tots Success – Thank You!

Murphy Insurance Agency proudly celebrates the success of its Toys for Tots Drive, gathering 691 toys and securing a $200 cash donation through its Facebook® campaign. These efforts have spread joy to numerous children, embodying the agency’s commitment to compassion and generosity.

New OSHA Requirements for Reporting Severe Injuries Effective January 1, 2015

Starting January 1, 2015, OSHA introduces stringent regulations for reporting and recording severe work-related injuries or fatalities, aiming to bolster workplace safety. With 4,405 workplace fatalities in 2013 alone, the initiative targets proactive prevention measures and employer accountability to curb such incidents.

Good Managers Don’t Get Sued…Right?

Most managers gauge their legal vulnerability by their perceived competence as leaders, assuming that treating employees well shields them from lawsuits. However, if a firm has more than two employees excluding spouses, legal risks arise regardless of managerial perception.

Is Insurance a Commodity?

If you focus mainly on price when buying insurance, it might feel like a commodity. However, overlooking active participation and treating insurance protection as an afterthought could diminish its role as a strategic tool for safeguarding your bottom line.

CDL Self-Certification Deadline Extended to April 30, 2014

The MassDOT RMV has extended the deadline for CDL holders to submit self-certification information and a copy of the US DOT Medical Certificate to April 30, 2014, in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements.

Commercial Drivers License – Self Certification Deadline January 30, 2014

As per 2012 Federal and State mandates, Commercial Driver’s License holders must notify their state’s RMV about their commerce type (interstate or intrastate) and medical certificate necessity. All CDL holders must self-certify by January 30, 2014, to comply with these requirements.

Our Toys for Tots 2013 Toy Drive Supports Positive Role Models

Murphy Insurance Agency is proud to kick off its Toys for Tots initiative this holiday season, aiming to support children and families in need within the community. Studies highlight the impact of poverty on children, and initiatives like Toys for Tots serve as vital forms of passive mentoring, delivering messages of hope and positive role modeling through the generosity of donors and the Marines who distribute these toys.

Hurricane Sandy One Year Later

Hurricane Sandy struck the East Coast on October 29, 2012, causing widespread devastation. A year later, coastal communities were still grappling with the aftermath, with many families and businesses facing ongoing challenges in rebuilding and financial recovery.

Affordable Care Act Employee Notification Required by October 1, 2013

With an impending deadline under the Affordable Care Act, all employers are required to inform current employees about their options through the Exchanges by October 1, 2013. Subsequently, employers must provide notices to all new employees after this date.